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Keywords in Scrivener

This is a brilliant post about using keywords in Scrivener to track characters and locations. I think what's great is that it not only explains how to add the keywords, but demonstrates the practical uses that these keywords can be put to when you're searching your novel.

In a 90,000 word piece, things get so incredibly convoluted. Keywording might seem fiddly, however in the end, maybe it would free up one's brain from needing to remember dry, factual things about the story and make that brainpower available to do the more creative stuff.

http://www.pigfender.com/index.php/2013/03/tracking-characters-with-scrivener-keywords/

I need to be writing right now. But later tonight when the brainpower is used up, I may start adding some keywords.

Channeling Morpheus flash fic in JCP News #62

In case you don't have my newsletter in your inbox, you can find it here! Deep thoughts on character development and a peek at Wild Bill and Michael's life in the Southwest.

It's Official...I'll be at GRL!

It seems weird to think about planning October when there's a couple feet of snow on the ground and I was just hacking at the driveway with an ice chipper. But planning is good...it lets me know where I'll be in October: at GRL! Hooray!

I can't wait to meet all my online friends in person.

Notion Potion #11: Sleep on It

There's a reason why "sleeping on it" is more than just an expression! Come read about it in today's Notion Potion!

Salt, Sugar, Fat

I heard a fascinating interview on NPR about processed foods. It got me to thinking that for the most part, I avoid processed foods, but not for any holier-than-thou reason. I just don't find them filling. I could eat them all day and never feel full. (That's probably the point. They sell more food that way.)

Unfortunately, my tolerance for cooking and cleaning up has gotten pretty low, too. Lately my idea is to make a big casserole with a few ingredients and make a large amount. Or a soup...soup's pretty good for high-volume, low-effort, low-cleanup.

I made a thing today with broccoli, artichokes, feta cheese, Greek vinaigrette and a crumb topping. 6 ingredients and not too fussy. (I'm also trying to minimize rice, pasta or potatoes...which kind of leaves me with meat, veggies and beans. And I dislike fish and don't eat pork...you can see where this gets difficult.) In summer I can grill something and throw it on a salad. Then again I hate washing lettuce.

What's your favorite easy-homemade meal?

Serials and Storytelling

I'm chatting with Dev Bentham today about serials and storytelling. What a great interview--don't miss it! Leave a comment to win a copy of my latest omnibus novel, Turbulence Collection. See you there!

Turbulence...the origin story

Stop by Sean Kennedy's blog and find out about the origins of the Tubulence series, out TODAY.

Find the Turbulence Collection ebooks at JCP Books, Amazon and B&N, and the paperback at Amazon.

Photoshop Friday - warp mode

Here's my easiest tip yet - how to go into warp mode. It's so easy...and yet, after all these years, why didn't I know it was there???



Find the book used in the example, Magic Mansion, in ebook at JCP Books, and in Paperback on Amazon.com. (Also, if you enjoyed Magic Mansion, it could really use your review since it only has a handful.)

New Victor Bayne design on JCP Books Gift Shop

I've added a new Victor Bayne design to the JCP Books Gift Shop on Cafe Press - T-shirts, mugs, pajamas and more. Come see!

New Victor Bayne design on JCP Books Gift Ship

I've added a new Victor Bayne design to the JCP Books Gift Shop on Cafe Press - T-shirts, mugs, pajamas and more. Come see!